Lighting Engineer

Arcus FM Limited.; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Ongoing training & development

Generous pension scheme

Life assurance

Vouchers & gym discounts

Job summary

Arcus FM Limited is seeking a skilled lighting specialist or electrical-bias engineer for a field-based role across Essex, North London and East Anglia. You will perform planned and reactive maintenance on lighting and electrical systems, diagnose faults, and ensure health & safety compliance while delivering top-quality service to clients.

The role offers a competitive salary (£36,910), company van with personal use from day one, up to 4% bonus, overtime at time-and-a-half, 25 days leave plus

Qualifications

• Recognised apprenticeship or qualification in M&E services/maintenance.
• Essential Qualifications: 18th Edition.
• Desirable Qualifications: F-Gas, Test & Inspection, Unvented.
• Previous experience in a similar role (retail or commercial experience preferred).
• Valid UK driving licence (essential).

Responsibilities

• Performing planned and reactive maintenance on lighting and electrical systems.
• Diagnosing and resolving faults in electrical equipment.
• Ensuring compliance with health & safety regulations.
• Providing technical support and expertise across multiple sites.
• Liaising with customers to deliver outstanding service.
• Supporting and mentoring apprentices and junior engineers.

Skills

IT proficiency

Problem solving

Independent worker

Education

M&E (Maintenance) apprenticeship

18th Edition

Job description

Why Join Us

Join a Leading Facilities Management Team!

Are you a skilled lighting specialist or electrical-bias Engineer in or around the Essex, North London or East Anglia areas, looking for an exciting opportunity in the facilities management sector? We are seeking a dedicated professional to carry out planned and reactive maintenance across a defined portfolio, ensuring top-quality service delivery and first-line response to emergencies.

• £36,910
• Full door-to-door pay
• Up to 4% bonus
• All overtime paid at time-and-a-half
• Company Van (with option for personal use from day 1)
• 25 days annual leave + bank holiday equivalent
• Ongoing training & development opportunities at our National Training Centre

What You’ll Be Doing

• Performing planned and reactive maintenance on lighting and electrical systems
• Diagnosing and resolving faults in electrical equipment
• Ensuring compliance with health & safety regulations
• Providing technical support and expertise across multiple sites
• Liaising with customers to deliver outstanding service
• Supporting and mentoring apprentices and junior engineers

What We’re Looking For

• Recognised apprenticeship or qualification in M&E services/maintenance
• Essential Qualifications: 18th Edition
• Desirable Qualifications: F-Gas, Test & Inspection, Unvented
• Previous experience in a similar role (retail or commercial experience preferred)
• Valid UK driving licence (essential)
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
• IT proficiency and ability to manage workload effectively

Additional Information:

• This is a field-based role, requiring travel between client sites
• On-call duty required (1 in 4 weeks)

Further Benefits:

• Generous pension scheme (up to 6% matched contributions)
• Life assurance, vouchers & gym discounts

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career with a company that values expertise, teamwork, and professional growth, we want to hear from you!

At Arcus, we’re committed to helping our colleagues grow. Our National Training Academy in Stevenage has a team of expert trainers who provide top-quality technical and safety training. We invest in upskilling and cross-skilling our mobile engineers to keep their skills sharp and maintain our industry-leading service.